Russ Sullivan, baseball player, 1951-1953

Russ Sullivan

Born: 2/19/1923 in Fredericksburg, VA, USA

Died: 11/2/2013 in Fredericksburg, VA, USA

MLB Debut: 1951-09-08 | Final Game: 1953-05-16

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 196 lbs

Full name: Russell Guy Sullivan

Biography

Russ Sullivan was a professional baseball player born in 1923, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1950s. His career spanned from 1951 to 1953, during a transformative period for the sport that saw the rise of new talent and an evolving playing style. As a position player, Sullivan appeared in 45 games, where he demonstrated his skills at the plate with a .267 batting average, accumulating 40 hits, including 5 home runs and 12 RBIs. He also showcased his speed on the bases with 1 stolen base. Sullivan's contributions to his teams reflected the competitive nature of the era, as players sought to excel in a league that was becoming increasingly popular among fans. Though his career was relatively brief, his performance during his tenure highlighted his abilities and potential as a player. He left a legacy characterized by his solid batting and tenacity on the field, contributing to the rich history of Major League Baseball in a time of significant change and growth.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
45 150 16 40 8 2 5 12 1 18 11 0.267 0.357 0.447 0.803 377.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 41 0 73 7 7 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 32
Right Field 10